Iraq & Japan
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Iraq: Iraq is one of the Persian Gulf producers whose oil supplies have been disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz closure, and it has struck arrangements with Iran to move oil.
Japan: Japan's economy is affected by the Iran war, with its stock market experiencing volatility and firms reporting sharp rises in input costs due to higher raw material prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is the territory from which drone attacks on Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant, originated, with Iran backing groups accused of these attacks.
Japan: The Japanese market is trading sharply higher, driven by positive global cues and strong performance in index heavyweights and financial stocks. Economic data for Japan also showed positive trends in retail sales and industrial production.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has experienced significant downgrades in its GDP growth forecast due to the conflict's impact on energy exports.
Japan: Japan's GDP growth forecast for 2026 has been revised downwards due to the global economic slowdown.
Jun 17, 2025 · 62 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's oil exports are constrained by the Hormuz closure, reducing revenues. It is seeking alternative pipeline routes and has signed agreements with US firms to boost energy infrastructure.
Japan: Japan is a major oil importer affected by higher prices and yen weakness, prompting intervention in currency markets.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
Iraq: Location where US service member was killed during controlled detonation of Iranian drone.
Japan: Japan's Nikkei fell 1.9% and the yen weakened; the government has no immediate plan to change GPIF allocations, affecting currency markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has seen US troop deaths and Iranian attacks, while hosting US forces and mediating between the sides.
Japan: Japan's yen weakened amid oil price spikes, and the country faces energy import costs.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq>>> has been involved in oil export deals with Iran>>> and has seen drone attacks on Saudi Arabia>>> reportedly originating from its territory.
Japan: Japan>>>'s economy showed growth, and its officials expressed readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets to support the Japan — Japanese yen>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is a major Gulf producer whose oil exports transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The reopening of the strait is crucial for its energy exports and global market stability.
Japan: Japan, as a G7 member, welcomed the agreement and expressed readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq>>> is where militia allied to Iran>>> operate, from which drones have been launched at Saudi Arabia>>> and the United Arab Emirates>>>.
Japan: Japan, heavily reliant on energy from the Gulf, has been particularly impacted by the conflict. The potential peace deal and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are expected to benefit its economy.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is affected by the conflict, with Iranian attacks on its energy facilities and desalination plants. It also receives oil tanker passage permissions from Iran, indicating complex relations.
Japan: Japan is a major importer of Gulf oil and LNG, and its foreign minister met with Omani counterpart to discuss the strait. It is affected by supply disruptions.
Aug 20, 2026 · 73 articles
International
Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.
Japan: The Japanese market is trading sharply higher, driven by positive global cues and strong performance in index heavyweights and financial stocks. Economic data for Japan also showed positive trends in retail sales and industrial production.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as a location of alleged crimes by US soldiers, part of the ICC's jurisdiction disputes.
Japan: Japan is the nationality of ICC President Tomoko Akane, who is sanctioned. Japan's government has not publicly commented in these articles.
Jul 13, 2026 · 277 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is among Iran's top trading partners and will face the 25% tariff on trade with the United States if it continues business with Iran.
Japan: Japan is monitoring the tariff development and plans to take necessary measures once the United States government's specific actions become clear.
Jan 12, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has been drawn into the Middle East war and is expected to participate in discussions regarding the future management of the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan: Japan is a member of the G7 and has expressed support for the diplomatic breakthrough with Iran, with its navy potentially contributing to mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's Umm Qasr port was the site of an attack on an Oman Shipping Company vessel, indicating the spillover of the conflict into its territory. This highlights the broader regional instability affecting its infrastructure and trade.
Japan: Japan>>>'s wholesale inflation has accelerated, adding to the case for interest rate hikes by the Japan — Bank of Japan, partly influenced by global price pressures from the war.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq>>> was involved in the Tanker War of the 1980s, a historical precedent for the current standoff in the Persian Gulf.
Japan: Japan, as a major oil importer, is significantly affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as most of its oil imports pass through this waterway.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq reported drone attacks on camps housing Iranian opposition groups, and drones were launched from its territory targeting Saudi Arabia. It is a staging ground for Iran-backed militias.
Japan: Japanese markets rose.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Iraq: Drones launched from Iraq toward Saudi Arabia; Iraqi PM ordered investigation.
Japan: Destination for some oil; affected by shipping disruptions.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
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